Full hd plasma smart 3d tv with freeview hd, wi-fi and 600hz. magic remote included (42 pages)
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ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca...
National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code pro- Do not attempt to modify this product in any way vides guidelines for proper grounding and, in without written authorization from LG Electronics. particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the Unauthorized modification could void the user’s...
SAFETY INSTRUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the apparatus.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, with an exact replacement part by an authorized or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold servicer. Protect the power cord from physical with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, caution when moving the cart/apparatus kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked...
Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. With HDMI CEC support of LG’s audio/video device connected to the HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface), LG TV with this logo works easily with one remote control.
FEATURES OF THIS TV What is a Plasma TV ? Versatile Using plasma is the best way to achieve flat panel The light weight and thin size makes it easy to install displays with excellent image quality and large screen your plasma display in a variety of locations where sizes that are easily viewable.
HOME MENU This menu is a contents guide. In HOME Menu, you can enter the recorded list of DVR, TV Guide, Schedule of the TV Guide, Manual Record of DVR or TV Menu. LIVE TV INPUT MODE p.76 TV Guide p.51...
PREPARATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ■ Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. ■ If your product has a protection tape attached, remove the tape. And then wipe the product with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your product, use it). Remote Control Sensor VOLUME...
BACK PANEL INFORMATION AV IN 2 AV IN 2 S-VIDEO AV IN 2 AV IN 2 42/50PB4D 60PB4D S-VIDEO S-VIDEO Input Provides better picture AV IN 2 AV IN 2 AV IN 2 AV IN 2 AV IN 2 AV IN 2 Cable CARD Cable CARD quality than the video...
PREPARATION ATTACHING THE TV TO A WALL ■ This feature is not available for all models. We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards. Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction, poten- tially causing injury or damaging the product.
BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT Hold the CABLE MANAGEMENT with both hands and pull it backward as shown. CABLE MANAGEMENT Connect the cables as necessary. To connect an additional equipment, see the External equipment Connections section. Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT as shown.
PREPARATION VESA WALL MOUNTING This product accepts a VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. (optional) There 4 threaded holes are available for attaching the bracket. 600mm 400mm NOTE Screw length needed depends on the wall mount used. For further information, refer to the VESA Wall Mounting Instruction Guide.
DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4inches on all four sides from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations.
PREPARATION ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (analog or digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections. For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction CABLE if needed. CABLE Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Wall (Connect to wall antenna socket) Antenna CABLE CABLE...
ANTENNA CABLE CABLE Antenna Signal Amplifier To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly. ■ If the antenna needs to be split for two TV’s, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter. ■...
PREPARATION CableCARD Function In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just example to help the TV operation. LIVE TV INPUT Cable menu options MODE The Cable sub menu displays when inserting the CableCARD to the TV.
LIVE TV INPUT MODE Scrambled channel CableCARD™ Message Insert the CableCARD . It takes about 1 minute to In order to start service for exchange data between the TV and the CableCARD . The this device, please contact customer service at screen displays information as shown to the right.
PREPARATION Cable Channel List If you select Channel Edit after running the EZ Scan without a CableCARD , the cable channel list displays, as in the picture below. Insert the CableCARD . After a few minutes(about 2~3 minutes), the TV receives a new cable channel list . ( Occasionally more time will be needed) EZ Scan EZ Scan...
Emergency Message Alert Emergency Action Notification If an emergency situation occurs while you are watching Hurricane will be coming!!! the TV/DTV/CATV/CADTV, you may receive a message from your cable TV service provider(s). When receiving an emergency message, the message is displayed on the screen as shown or the channel is changed to one that maintains the emergency message.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below.
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When connecting D-sub 15pin cable 1. How to connect Connect the RGB output of the digital set-top box to the RGB ( PC/DTV ) jack on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the set-top box to the AUDIO ( RGB/DVI ) jack on the set. 2.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting HDMI to DVI cable AUDIO UDIO DVI-DTV OUTPUT 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1 jack on the set. Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AUDIO ( RGB/DVI ) jack on the set. 2.
AUDIO DVD SETUP When connecting Component cable 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO1 jacks on the set. Match the jack colors ( Y = green, P = red ) .
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with an S-Video cable 1. How to connect AUDIO Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO S-VIDEO input on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AUDIO input jacks on the set. 2.
VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise ( interference ) , leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV ■ Use the ISM feature in the Option menu to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long pe- ■...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a RCA cable VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT IN 1. How to connect OUTPUT ANT OUT SWITCH Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors(Video = yellow, Audio Left = white,and Audio Right = red) 2.
OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP AV IN 2 S-VIDEO i.e) 42/50PB4D Camcorder VIDEO Video Game Set 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. ( Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red ) 2.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card. If necessary, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly.
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When connecting HDMI to DVI cable AUDIO UDIO DVI-PC OUTPUT AUDIO 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the PC to the HDMI/DVI IN 1 jack on the set. Connect the PC audio output to the AUDIO ( RGB/DVI ) jack on the set. 2.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP NOTES Manual of HDMI/DVI Source Devices or contact To get the the best picture quality, adjust the PC your service center. graphics card to 1024x768, 60Hz. If the HDMI/DVI Source Device is not connected Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may to the Cable or if there is a poor cable connec- not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Overview FLASHBK When RGB connect to PC output and select the RGB-PC in Main Input, this function is used. When HDMI IN 1(DVI) connect to PC output and select HDMI1/DVI input, this function is used. In RGB-DTV mode, SIZE and PHASE is not available.
AUDIO OUT SETUP Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output ( Optical ) port. 1. How to connect Analogue Connect audio outputs to the TV’s AUDIO OUT jacks. Set the “TV Speaker option - Off” in the AUDIO menu. ).
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. Select the remote operating mode: TV, DVD, VCR, MODE AUDIO, CABLE or STB. Use for DVR record or trick play. ■...
POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode. In AV 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC), HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2 input sources, LIVE TV screen returns to the last TV channel. INPUT External input modes rotate in regular sequence: Antenna, Cable, AV1-2, Component 1-2, RGB- DTV (or RGB-PC), HDMI1/DVI and HDMI2.
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON TV LIVE TV INPUT MODE First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. ( or ON/OFF ) , In standby mode, press the INPUT ■ CH ( button on the TV or press the CH ( Number ( 0~9 ) POWER, INPUT,...
CHANNEL SELECTION Press the NUMBER buttons to select a FLASHBK channel number. VOLUME ADJUSTMENT LIVE TV INPUT Adjust the volume to suit your personal preference. MODE Press the button to adjust the volume. If you want to switch the sound off, press the MUTE but- ton.
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD ( On Screen Display ) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Press the MENU button and then use button to select each menu. Press the button and then use button to display the available menus.
LIVE TV INPUT AUTO SCAN (EZ SCAN) MODE Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. A password is required to gain access to EZ Scan menu if the Lock System is turned on.
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL ADD/DELETE CHANNEL (MANUAL SCAN ) LIVE TV INPUT MODE A password is required to gain access to Manual Scan menu if the Lock System is turned on. While using the CableCARD , CATV, CADTV is not work- ing in Manual Scan.
CHANNEL EDITING LIVE TV INPUT MODE From the default channel list created from the EZ Scan channel search, you can create two different types of channel lists in memory: “custom list” and “favorite channel list”. A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with ENTER but- ton.
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL BRIEF INFO. What is Brief Info.? LIVE TV INPUT : Brief Info shows the present screen information. : On Watching with the upper Input signal, press the INFO button. MODE How To Use? 1. Press the INFO button to show the Brief Info on the screen.
INPUT SOURCE SELECTION LIVE TV INPUT MODE Changes the picture source so you can watch your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are connected to your TV. EZ Scan MENU Press the button and then use button Manual Scan to select the SETUP menu.
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL LIVE TV INPUT AUTO LINK MODE INPUT Press the button and then displays the connected AV 2 external equipment list on the screen. Press the ENTER button to change the main input to the Auto Link active external equipment.
LIVE TV INPUT MODE This operates only for the devices with the logo. Please check the logo. This allows you to control and play other AV devices connected to the display through HDMI cable without additional cables and settings. While simplink function is using, Timeshift function is not ■...
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WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL SimpLink Functions Direct Play After connecting AV devices to TV, you can directly control the devices and play media LIVE TV INPUT without additional settings. Select AV device MODE Enables you to select one of AV devices connected to TV and play it. Disc playback Control connected AV devices by pressing the ENTER...
INPUT LABEL LIVE TV INPUT MODE Sets a label to each input source which is not in use when you press INPUT button. EZ Scan Press the MENU button and then use but- Manual Scan ton to select the SETUP menu. Channel Edit DTV Signal Main Input...
WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL DTV SIGNAL STRENGTH LIVE TV INPUT MODE This feature displays the DTV signal levels being received and indicates whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation.
TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM SETUP OF TV GUIDE ON SCREEN The TV Guide On Screen system uses Setup information to provide you with show listings and lineups in your area—which are updated several times a day. Once you set up the TV according to manufacturer’s instructions, you are ready to set up the TV Guide On Screen system.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Ready to setup Welcome Screen The TV Guide On Screen system's Welcome Screen appears: T V Guide By pressing the button ■ When you power On your TV if you previously skipped ■ "Set up TV Guide On Screen now" on the Reminder Screen.
Using TV Guide Screen 1: Country ■ This screen asks you the location of your TV. ■ Use the button to highlight a country. ■ ENTER Press button to display Screen 2. Screen 2: Enter ZIP or Postal Code Option 1 If you selected USA in Screen 1, you see the ZIP Code ■...
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Screen 4: Do you have an antenna connected? If you select Yes, you see Screen 5. ■ If you select No, you see Screen 5. ■ NOTE If you selected No in Screen 3 then you must select Yes in this screen to receive a channel lineup and listings.
FUNCTIONS OF TV GUIDE ON SCREEN Overview Your new TV contains the TV Guide On Screen Interactive Program Guide. The TV Guide On Screen system has features that help you get the most out of your viewing experience. TV Guide On Screen Overview The TV Guide On Screen system has the following features: Eight days of show listings ( today plus seven days ) .
TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Screen Components The screens displayed in the TV Guide On Screen system share many of the same components, as shown in the following figure: TV Guide logo Current Service Label Service bar Time slot Video Window Tile INFO button...
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Panel Menu A Panel Menu appears when the M E N U button is pressed on a highlighted tile and additional options are ■ available. It also appears when you press ENTER button on a show starting in the future. When a Panel Menu appears, the highlighted tile changes color to indicate the Panel Menu relates to this ■...
TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Main Services Listings Access Listings by pressing the TV GUIDE button on your remote or on the front panel of your TV. Listings is always the first Service displayed in the Guide. With Listings highlighted, press the INFO button to display a Help screen.
Search Search lets you find shows alphabetically, by category (Movies, Sports, Children, Educational, News, Variety, Series, HDTV) or by Keyword. With Search highlighted, press the INFO button to display a Help screen. Press the INFO button again to close the screen. Category Search Example: Movies From Search, use the button to highlight Movies.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM button to highlight a subcategory ( for exam- Use the ple, All ) . Press ENTER button to display a list of all Movies, orga- nized by date and time. button to watch ( if on Highlight a show and press ENTER now ) or the...
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Keyword Search Keyword search lets you enter a word(s) to look for a particular show by category or for every show title that matches. Highlight the Keyword navigation label, and press ENTER button to display the Keyword Search menu. ENTER Highlight New Search, and press button.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM A list of all matching shows for that keyword is displayed. You can highlight a show, and press ENTER button to dis- play all airings. You can then highlight a specific listing and to watch ( if On now ) or the press ENTER MENU...
Recorded program list Recordings displays a list of previously recorded or currently recording shows on a DVR. With Recordings highlighted, press the INFO button to INFO display a Help screen. Press the button again to close the screen. Choose the way Recordings are displayed by highlighting Recordings on the Service Bar and then press the MENU button to display the Recordings Options menu.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM In List View, highlight an episode and an Info box provides show information. Press the MENU button to display the Episode Options menu. ENTER In Group View, highlight a show and press button to view a summary for the all the recorded shows along with the episode list (Press ENTER button again to col-...
Schedule Schedule lets you review, edit, or delete Record and Remind events that you set previously. With Schedule highlighted, press the INFO button to display a Help screen. Press INFO button again to close the screen. An icon identifies the event type: Record Once - Records the show one time.
TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Change Setup After you initially complete Guide Setup, you can make changes to Guide settings in the following areas: ■ Change System Settings ■ Change Channel Display ■ Change Default Options Highlight a choice, press ENTER button, and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Change Channel Display Change Channel Display lets you edit channel information that appears in Listings. With Change Channel Display you can : ■ Re-order the position of the channel in Listings. ■ Change the tune channel number. ■ Switch a channel. On - The channel is always displayed.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Change Default Options Change Default Options lets you change default settings in the following categories: ■ General Defaults ■ Record Defaults ■ Remind Defaults Highlight Change Default Options, and press ENTER button. General Default Options General Defaults lets you set defaults for the following: ■...
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Record Defaults Record Defaults lets you set defaults for the following: ■ When to start the record event. Choices are 120 minutes early to 120 minutes late, to On time. ( Default = On time ) ■ When to end the record event. Choices are 120 minutes early to 120 minutes late, to On time.
TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Record And Remind Features Record You can set a show to Record in Listings, Search, and Schedule or change Record settings for a show in Schedule. There are 3 ways to set a show to Record: Using the Record Button on the Remote ■...
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Highlight the Frequency option, and use the left and right arrows to choose among Once, Regularly, Weekly, and Off, as previously described. Recorder choice: Please choose HDD only. This TV does not support other recording devices. When finished, press ENTER button to highlight Schedule Recording.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Highlight the Frequency option, and use the button to choose between Once, Daily, Weekly, and Off, as follows : Once - Records the time, channel, input, recorder combi- nation one time. Daily - Records the time, channel, input, recorder combi- nation Monday through Friday.
Remind You can set a show Reminder in Listings, Search, and Schedule or change Reminder settings for a show in Schedule. There are 2 ways to set a show Reminder: From a Panel Menu Highlight a show, and press Menu button to display the Episode Options menu.
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TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM Manual Reminder MENU Highlight the Schedule Service label, and press button to display the Schedule Options menu. Highlight New Manual Reminder and press ENTER button to display the Remind Options menu. Current information (i.e., date, start and end times, chan- nel, input) is displayed.
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‘ When finished, press ENTER button to highlight Schedule Reminder. Press ENTER button again to close the menu. You can see a Remind icon for the selected frequency next to the input and channel number. Highlight Cancel to close the menu, change no information, and return to the highlighted show.
DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) TIMESHIFT (PAUSE &REPLAY OF LIVE TV) LIVE TV INPUT This function allows the unit to automatically record live MODE TV and make it available for reviewing at any time. With Timeshift turned on, you may pause and rewind nor- mal TV viewing at any time without missing any of the live broadcast.
Progressing the Timeshift function The ‘Progress Bar’? After selecting the Timeshift Mode On, press the ENTER This function indicates a possible DVR reshowing button. section, a current on-screen and real on-broad- casting position, a section of section-recording. ■ As soon as Timeshift starts, a progress bar indicating the Status of current displayed video.
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DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) Progressing the Timeshift function, play LIVE TV INPUT On progressing Timeshift, It can do a diversified playing. MODE Indicates that the current broadcast and displayed video differ. Frame by Slow motion Forth and Back +/- Directly View Stop Play Pause...
INSTANT RECORDING Use this function to record the program you are watching on the main screen (Analog or Digital broadcast.) Instant Record This function records the currently displayed channel. Select the desired channel to record and then press the button. During recording is displayed.
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DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) The extra recording time added to the existing setting equals the final recording time. After adjusting the recording time, select OK. The progress bar will be displayed. Total recording duration Elapsed recording time ■ Press the EXIT button to hide the Progress Bar.
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Watching & Record While recording, you can change channels or inputs without dis- turbing the recording. The broadcast being recorded can be shown in the lower-right corner of the main screen. FLASHBK After starting an Instant Record or Reserved Record, change the channel or input.
DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) LIVE TV INPUT PROGRAMMED RECORDING MODE This function is easy to register to reserved recording. - In order to use this feature, you must first setup the TV Guide On Screen system. Press the button to display HOME menu. Use the button to select the Manual Rec and then use the ENTER button.
RECORDED TV PROGRAM LIST LIVE TV INPUT You can watch the recorded program list at a glance. MODE Press the button to display HOME menu. Use the button to select the Recorded TV and then ENTER use the button. Screen Components Usable HDD Folder List Current page/Total pages...
DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) Folder List ENTER Select a desired folder in the folder list and then press the button to view the detailed menu. Create: Create new folder. Delete: Delete folder (except ‘My TV’). Rename: Edit folder name (except ‘My TV’). Use the ENTER button to edit folder...
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button to navigate the appropriate thumb- D E F G nail photo, then press the ENTER button to open the pop- up menu. Play : Begin playback of selected recorded program. Mark All : mark all recorded programs on the screen. Unmark All : Change marked recorded programs to unmarked recorded programs.
DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) Playing recorded programs You can play the selected program in the recorded program list. The ‘Progress Bar’? Play a recorded program. This function indicates a possible DVR reshowing section, a current on-screen and real on-broadcasting position, a section of section-recording.
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Editing a section LIVE TV INPUT You can save the desired screen in the recorded program list after editing the MODE recorded program. At the point you wish to start editing, press the button. ■ The progress bar will show the edited section as red. ■...
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DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDING) On playing the recorded program, repeat a section LIVE TV INPUT You can set the recording to repeat the same section. MODE At the point you wish to start, press the button. ■ The following symbol will appear: At the point you wish to finish, press the button.
FORMAT HARD DISC LIVE TV INPUT Erases all programs and initializes the hard drive. MODE Timeshift Mode Press the MENU button and then use button Aspect Ratio to select the OPTION menu. Caption/Text Caption Option Language ISM Method Press the button and then use button to Low Power...
PICTURE CONTROL WATCHING PIP (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE)/ POP(PICTURE-OUT-OF-PICTURE)/TWIN PICTURE PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. Twin Picture mode splits the screen into two images, allowing two picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time.
Selecting an Input Signal Source for PIP/Twin Picture Use the PIP INPUT button to select the input source for the sub picture. Each press of PIP INPUT button Sub Input SETUP changes the PIP source. You can also select sources for the in the menu.
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PICTURE CONTROL Swapping the PIP/Twin Picture Repeatedly, use the SWAP button to switch the main and sub pictures. Component 1, Component 2, RGB-PC (or RGB-DTV), HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 input sources for the main ■ picture can’t be used to swap the main and sub pictures. SWAP Main Picture Sub Picture...
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POP (Picture-out-of-Picture : Channel Scan) Use POP to search the programs of all the memorized channels one-by-one on the 3 PIP screen display, (while the main picture source remains the current channel). The pictures of all the programmed channels are searched with the 3 POP screens. TV 2-0 Press the button to activate the POP mode while in PIP...
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO)CONTROL FLASHBK This feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is dis- played on your TV. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be displayed.
PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS EZ Picture - Preset EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. FLASHBK Select the preset value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category. Daylight, Normal, Night Time Settings are preset for optimum picture quality at the factory and are not adjustable.
PICTURE CONTROL Adaptive Picture Mode ( APM ) FLASHBK Allows you to select your preferred picture mode after compar- ing the four different picture (Daylight , Normal , Night Time , User 1 and User 2) settings. Daylight Normal Press the button at once.
LIVE TV INPUT Color Tone -Preset MODE Choose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue. When selecting EZ Picture options (Daylight, Normal and Night Time), Color Temperature is automatically change.
PICTURE CONTROL LIVE TV INPUT MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT MODE EZ Picture -User Mode Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. EZ Picture Press the MENU button and then use button Color Temperature to select the VIDEO menu. Advanced Video Reset Press the...
LIVE TV INPUT MODE Color Tone -User Mode You can also adjust the detailed settings(Red, Green, Blue) by selecting the User menu. EZ Picture Press the MENU button and then use button Color Temperature to select the VIDEO menu. Advanced Video Reset Press the button and then use...
INPUT XD - PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY MODE XD is LG Electronics unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal processing algorithm. When selecting EZ Picture options (Daylight, Normal and Night time), XD is automatically change to Auto.
ADVANCED -CINEMA 3:2 PULLDOWN MODE LIVE TV INPUT MODE Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. When you operate Cinema (3:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 30 fps video for display (This function is only available in Analog, AV1, AV2, Component 480i mode.) EZ Picture...
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED-BLACK(DARKNESS) LEVEL LIVE TV INPUT MODE Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This feature operates only in HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 or AV1, AV2 mode. EZ Picture Press the MENU button and then use button Color Temperature...
PICTURE RESET LIVE TV INPUT MODE Use to quickly reset all the Video menu options to their original factory preset values. EZ Picture MENU Press the button and then use button Color Temperature to select the VIDEO menu. Advanced Video Reset Press the button and then use button to...
PICTURE CONTROL LIVE TV INPUT IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION(ISM)METHOD MODE A frozen still picture from a PC/video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in a ghost image. Use our unique method to minimize any fixed image on the screen. Press the MENU button and then use...
LOW-POWER PICTURE MODE LIVE TV INPUT MODE Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. Timeshift Mode MENU Press the button and then use button Aspect Ratio to select the OPTION menu. Caption/Text Caption Option Language ISM Method Press the button and then use button to Low Power...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER ( EZ SOUNDRITE ) LIVE TV INPUT MODE Scans for changes in sound levels during commercials, then adjusts the sound to match the specified audio level. SoundRite makes sure that the volume level remains consistent whether you are watching a commercial or a regular TV program.
PRESET SOUND SETTINGS(EZ SOUND) FLASHBK EZ Sound lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. Normal, Stadium, News, Music and Theater are preset for good sound quality at the factory and are not adjustable.
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL LIVE TV INPUT SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT -USER MODE MODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Audio Language Normal Press the MENU button and then use button Stadium EZ SoundRite News EZ Sound to select the AUDIO menu. Music Balance Theater...
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Press the button and then use button to make appropriate adjustments. * Selecting the Front Surround Press the button and then use button to select Off, 3D EchoSound System or SRS ( Sound front Surround 3D EchoSound System Retrieval System)TruSurround XT . Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press...
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL LIVE TV INPUT BALANCE MODE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. Audio Language Press the MENU button and then use button EZ SoundRite to select the AUDIO menu. EZ Sound Balance TV Speaker Press the...
BBE -SOUND IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY LIVE TV INPUT MODE BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity for better speech intelligibility and musical realism. Audio Language Press the MENU button and then use button EZ SoundRite to select the AUDIO menu. EZ Sound Balance TV Speaker Press the...
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUP This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP ( Secondary Audio Program ) that accompanies the stereo pro- FLASHBK gram if the station transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one and when you select Stereo or SAP on the remote control.
LIVE TV INPUT TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP MODE Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. Feature turns the TV Speakers option On or Off. Audio Language MENU Press the button and then use button EZ SoundRite to select the AUDIO menu. EZ Sound Balance TV Speaker...
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL LIVE TV AUDIO LANGUAGE INPUT MODE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. This feature operate only in DTV/CADTV mode. Audio Language Press the MENU button and then use button EZ SoundRite to select the AUDIO menu.
LIVE TV INPUT ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION MODE The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. First select your language. Timeshift Mode Press the MENU button and then use but- Aspect Ratio Caption/Text ton to select the OPTION menu. Caption Option Language ISM Method...
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL CAPTION / TEXT FLASHBK Analog Broadcasting System Captions Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays information at any position on the screen and is usually the program's dialog. Text displays information, usually at the bottom position and is used for a data service, generally not program related.
LIVE TV INPUT MODE Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to appear in. Languages can be chosen for digital sources only if they are included on the program. Timeshift Mode Press the MENU button and then use button Aspect Ratio to select the OPTION menu.
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL CAPTION OPTION LIVE TV INPUT MODE Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. Timeshift Mode Press the MENU button and then use but- Aspect Ratio ton to select the OPTION menu. Caption/Text Caption Option Language ISM Method Press the button and then use...
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETTING LIVE TV INPUT Auto Clock Setup MODE The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includes information for the cur- rent time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.
TIME SETTING Manual Clock Setup LIVE TV INPUT If the current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually. When you set up the TV Guide On Screen system, the Manual MODE Clock menu is not available. Auto Clock Press the MENU button and then use button...
AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING LIVE TV INPUT MODE The timer function operates only if the current time has been set. The Off-Timer function overrides the On-Timer function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On-Timer to work. If you do not press any button within 2 hours after the TV turns on with the On Timer function, the TV will automatically revert to standby mode.
TIME SETTING SLEEP TIMER SETTING FLASHBK The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. You can also set up the Sleep Timer in the TIME menu. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes.
AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING LIVE TV INPUT MODE If set to on and there is no input signal, the TV turns off auto- matically after 10 minutes. Auto Clock Press the MENU button and then use button Manual Clock to select the TIME menu. Off Timer On Timer Sleep Timer...
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories.
Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. For USA For Canada Lock System Lock System After inputting the password, use the button Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel to choose Set password. Movie Rating TV Rating-English TV Rating-Children TV Rating-French...
PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS Lock System Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. For USA For Canada Lock System Lock System After inputting the password, use the button Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel to choose Lock System. Movie Rating TV Rating-English TV Rating-Children...
CHANNEL BLOCKING Blocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch. For USA For Canada Lock System Lock System After inputting the password, use the button Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel to choose Block Channel.
PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) - for USA only Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits specified, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level. Keep in mind that the movie ratings limit only applies to movies shown on TV, not TV programs, such as soap operas.
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TV Rating Children - for USA only Prevents children from watching certain children's TV programs, according Lock System to the ratings limit set. The children rating does not apply to other TV pro- Set Password grams. Unless you block certain TV programs intended for mature audiences Block Channel Movie Rating in the TV Rating - sub menu, your children can view those programs.
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PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS TV Rating english - for CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. Lock System Set Password Block Channel After inputting the password, use the button TV Rating-English to choose TV Rating-English. TV Rating-French Downloadable Rating Press the button and then use the button Input Block...
EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to select a source to block from the external source devices you have hooked up. For USA For Canada Lock System Lock System After inputting the password, use the button Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel to choose Input Block.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING The operation does not work normally. Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control ■ causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. The remote control Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -).
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The audio function does not work. Press the VOL or VOLUME button. ■ Sound muted? Press MUTE button. ■ Picture OK & No sound Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. ■ Are the audio cables installed properly? ■...
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If the message "No data for this screen" is displayed: Guide listings. - Check the connections between the TV, cable, antenna. - Verify Setup information under Change System Settings. - If this message is still displayed after multiple days, please contact the LG ® Brand Customer Support.
MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here’s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while.
APPENDIX PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 44.5x30.2x12.2 inches Width x Height x Depth With Stand 1 130.0x768.1x310.4 mm (inches/mm) 42PB4D 44.5x28.1x3.3 inches Without Stand ( 42PB4DT-UB) 1 130.0x715.0x85.0 mm 75.8 pounds / 34.4kg Weight (pounds / kg) With Stand Without Stand 68.0 pounds / 30.8kg 51.5x35.7x14.6 inches...
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL The provided universal remote control can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode To find out whether your remote control can operate each device without programming, turn on the device (such as a VCR) and press the corresponding mode button on the remote.
IR CODES 1. How to Connect Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. ■ 2. Remote Control IR Codes Output waveform ■ Single pulse, modulated with 37 .917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 Configuration of frame ■...
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APPENDIX Code Code Function Note Function Note (Hexa) (Hexa) LIVE TV R/C Button COMPONENT1 Discrete IR Code INPUT R/C Button (Component1 Input Selection) POWER R/C Button (Power On/Off) COMPONENT2 Discrete IR Code RATIO R/C Button (Component2 Input Selection) TIMER R/C Button RGB-PC Discrete IR Code 10-19...
EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232C Connect the RS-232C (serial port) input jack to an external control device (such as a comput- er or an A/V control system) to control the product’s functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the product back panel. Note: RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the product.
APPENDIX RS-232C Configurations 7-Wire Configurations ( Standard RS-232C cable ) 3-Wire Configurations ( Not standard ) D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. p.147 EZ Scan Press the...
Command Reference List DATA DATA COMMAND1 COMMAND2 COMMAND1 COMMAND2 (Hexadecimal) (Hexadecimal) 01. Power 0 ~ 1 15. PIP Position 0 ~ 3 02. Input Select 0 ~ 9 16. Treble 0 ~ 64 03. IInput Select 17 . Bass 0 ~ 64 04.
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APPENDIX Transmission / Receiving Protocol Transmission OK Acknowledgement [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] [Command 1] : First command to control the set. (j, k, m or x) The TV transmits ACK (acknowledgement) based on this [Command 2] : Second command to control the set. format when receiving normal data.
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01. Power (Command2:a) Data 0 : Volume mute off (Volume on) Data 1 : Volume mute on (Volume off) To control Power On/Off of the TV. Acknowledgement [e][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off Data 1 : Power On 06.
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APPENDIX 10. Tint (Command2:j) 15. PIP Position (Command2:q) To adjust the screen tint. To select sub picture position for PIP. You can also adjust tint in the Video menu. Transmission [k][q][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [k][j][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0: Right down on screen Data Red : 0 ~ Green : 64 Data 1: Left down on screen Data 2: Left up on screen...
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21. Green adjustment(Command:w) 25. Low Power (Command2:q) To adjust green in color temperature. To control the low power function on/off. Transmission [ j ][q][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [k][w][ ][Set ID][][Data][Cr] Data 0: low power off Max:C8 1: low power on *Refer to "Real data mapping 2".
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APPENDIX Main/Sub Two/One Using Physical Step Data5: Part Channel Picture Channel Reserved Main NTSC Air No Use NTSC Cable ATSC Air ATSC Cable_std ATSC Cable_hrc ATSC Cable_irc ATSC cable_auto Reserved Reserved All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code Transmission [m][b][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] * Two/One part Channel: 6th bit Data 0: Channel Delete Data 1: Channel Add...